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The Dirt on Ninth Grave (Charley Davidson, #9)

Darynda Jones
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The Dirt on Ninth Grave (Charley Davidson, #9)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016

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Darynda Jones

The Dirt on Ninth Grave (Charley Davidson, #9)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

326

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Sleepy Hollow, New York • Contemporary

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Dirt on Ninth Grave by Darynda Jones, a woman suffering from amnesia works as a waitress in a small town. As she starts to regain fragments of her memory, she realizes her unique ability to communicate with the dead and gets involved in solving paranormal mysteries. This novel is a part of the Charley Davidson series.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

25,375 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Dirt on Ninth Grave by Darynda Jones is lauded for its engaging protagonist and witty dialogue. Fans appreciate the blend of mystery and romance, though some note the complexity of the plot can be challenging. While character development is praised, a few readers felt the narrative pace lagged at times. Overall, it is a compelling addition to the series.

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Who Should Read The Dirt on Ninth Grave (Charley Davidson, #9)?

Fans of witty paranormal mysteries with strong heroines will relish The Dirt on Ninth Grave by Darynda Jones. Comparable to readers of Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum series and Charlaine Harris's Sookie Stackhouse novels, this book offers humor, romance, and suspense in a supernatural setting.

4.5

25,375 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

The Dirt on Ninth Grave is part of the Charley Davidson series by Darynda Jones, which combines elements of paranormal romance and mystery with a distinctive sense of humor.

The series features Charley Davidson, a private investigator who is also a grim reaper, offering a unique twist on supernatural abilities as she navigates challenging cases and relationships.

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Darynda Jones, the author, won the RITA Award for Best First Book in 2012 for First Grave on the Right, the debut novel in the Charley Davidson series.

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Book Details
Pages

326

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Sleepy Hollow, New York • Contemporary

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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